Imagine this: You’ve just experienced a hurricane, and your home is damaged. You’re hoping for help from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). But, if you have a Trump sign or flag outside, you might be out of luck. A FEMA supervisor in Florida told disaster relief workers to avoid homes
Madagascar, a unique island nation, has been explored deeply to understand its water bug population. Before these studies, scientists knew about 17 species in four groups. During recent expeditions, almost all these water bugs were found again, except for three: Macrocoris flavicollis, Temnocoris st
City safety is super important for planning and growing cities. In the past, we only used basic details about people to study city crimes. This wasn't enough to understand the complex and changing nature of crimes. Today, big data is changing the game. We can gather and mix a lot of detailed info fr
Over the years, Villavicencio's micro-basins have witnessed various social and environmental conflicts. These conflicts stem from the practices of social actors, who engage in socio-economic and cultural activities that influence the use of natural resources. The processes of territorialization in t
In colleges, sexual assault is a familiar and alarming issue. Students who identify as gender or sexual minorities (GSM) face even higher risks and grim consequences, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Belonging to the campus community can shield students from these negative effects. Yet
Eyes are on Hurricane Rafael, currently a major Category Three in the Gulf of Mexico, with wind speeds reaching 120mph. Meteorologists expect it to weaken over the coming days. The storm is set to curve northwest, hinting at a path towards the northern Gulf Coast, but it quickly changes direction, h
Digital health technologies are quickly becoming a big deal. These tools aim to change how we take care of our health and manage diseases. But putting them into practice isn't always easy. We'll look at how these technologies are imagined, designed, and used, as well as why they sometimes face resis
Did you know that your smartphone can be a powerful tool for learning physics? Let's dive into how these tiny gadgets have become game-changers in education. For starters, mobile devices have been around for a while. They've evolved from simple phones to powerful mini-computers. This evolution has
In the fascinating world of 17th-century philosophy, there's an intriguing tale of three unpublished letters. These letters, penned by the Dutch philosopher Johannes de Raey (1620-1702), were sent to his former student Johannes Clauberg (1622-1665) over a span of ten years, from 1651 to 1661. The le
Stories have always been at the heart of human culture. They're how we share our identities, learn, and enjoy each other's company. Researchers wondered how the way stories are told—either through video or audio—affects how much we enjoy them. They asked people to rate how involved they felt while w
